Bellingham schools summer 2026 construction and upgrades. Here’s what to know

Bellingham Public Schools is moving forward with construction and renovation projects across the district, funded by voter-approved bonds and a capital maintenance levy. Work includes a new Community Transitions building, inclusive playgrounds and major upgrades at Squalicum High School.

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Here are key takeaways:

• New Community Transitions building: Construction is underway on the Whatcom Community College campus for the special education program serving students ages 18 to 22. Funded by the 2022 bond, it’s expected to be complete by 2027.
• Inclusive playgrounds coming this summer: Geneva Elementary and Northern Heights Elementary will get new playgrounds designed for children with different abilities. Installation begins in June, and the playgrounds will be open to the public outside school hours once they are completed.
• Squalicum High School upgrades: Crews will install a new roof and improve the gym with a new sound system, scoreboard, flooring and bleachers. The track will be resurfaced from July through mid-August and unavailable for use during that time.
• Other building improvements: Northern Heights, Geneva and Wade King elementary schools will get refloored gyms. Silver Beach Elementary will receive LED lighting to support energy savings.
• Roosevelt Elementary rebuild: Design and permitting work continues for a new Roosevelt Elementary, but no construction start date has been set.

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